In the vast array of baby gear, sleep sacks are what I consider to be a must have item. Selecting the perfect sleep sack involves considering factors such as fabric, size, and TOG rating, depending on your climate. Of course, there is an overwhelming amount to choose from and it can be difficult to narrow down which is the best sleep sack for your baby or toddler. Don’t worry though, I’ve got you covered!

You’ve probably stumbled across this blog while typing “how to transition my baby out of the swaddle” (or some version of that) into Google or Pinterest. I know this transition can be intimidating. Don’t worry, in this blog, we will explore the reasons for stopping swaddling, the right time to do it, and some effective strategies to ensure a smooth transition for your little one!

Hi, I’m Hannah, a mama of two boys ages 1 and 2. I’m so excited to guest write on the Mindful Sleep blog about our recent trip to Disney World. I’ve been to Disney around 20 times over the years, but this trip was my first time taking my kids. As many of you know, a great Disney trip takes lots of planning, and one thing I overlooked… planning for SLEEP with my littles!!

When you bring your sweet newborn baby home from the hospital, so much changes, including your sleep. The feedings, night wakes, house chores, and everything in between can often leave mom feeling depleted, overwhelmed, and exhausted. Sometimes, dad doesn’t know how he can help and be a supportive partner during this transition.

As a new parent today, you now have social media as an additional search engine to help you find answers to your questions. I’ve found that social media mixes in a lot of personal opinion which can lead to misinformation and guilt or shame. We all want to do our absolute best as parents, but how do you determine which advice is accurate and which is just someone’s opinion?

In this blog, I break down 5 sleep myths that we need to let go of in the new year!

How do you help maintain some structure with your baby’s sleep during the holidays?

Boundaries.

Here are 3 strategies to help you plan accordingly, hold your boundaries and protect your baby’s sleep this holiday season.

Your baby will go through many nap transitions in their first year of life. You may feel like you’ve finally settled into a solid and somewhat predictable routine and then all of a sudden your baby is ready for a switch up. When do these nap transitions happen? How will you know your baby is ready to drop a nap?

You’ve probably heard of white noise, and you may have even heard about how it can help you achieve better sleep. Along with white noise, two other types of noise have great benefits: pink noise and brown noise. Each one has its unique sound profile, which leaves many people wondering which noise is best for sleep.

What exactly is the witching hour?

In folklore it was known as the Devil’s Hour and referred to a time of night associated with supernatural events like demons and ghosts.


Which is why nowadays we use the phrase ‘witching hour’ to describe that time of the day when our babies appear to be possessed by said demons and ghosts. I see you shaking your head mama, like oh yeah…that accurately describes what I am going through! I feel you.

Keep reading for tips to navigate this time of the day with your newborn.

Has your typically sound sleeper started having a particularly long wake up during the middle of the night or even just a few hours after going to bed? When I say long, I’m talking hours.

If your answer is yes, then your child may be experiencing split nights! Let’s discuss what a split night actually is and some easy ways to solve them!

Daylight Saving Time is March 13th, 2022! In this blog on the spring forward time change, I go over a few different options to adjust your baby or older child’s schedule.

Daylight Saving Time is November 6th! In this blog on the fall back time change, I go over a few different options on how to adjust your baby or older child’s schedule for the fall back time change!

If your newborn was a pretty decent sleeper and is now suddenly waking multiple times a night, this is the blog for you! I’m going to dive into the sleep changes your child experiences around the 4 month mark, what to expect and how to handle it!

In this blog I go over the benefits of having a pitch black room for your little one’s sleep! I also talk about my top blackout solutions for at home and travel, plus a discount!

Now that summer is ‘basically’ here and the sun is staying up later, you may be thinking about moving your child’s bedtime later as well! Read on for tips on how and when to do this! Shift your child’s schedule in 15-minute increments.

Sleep is a complicated thing!

There is an entire science and understanding that goes along with it. Without having some knowledge on this, it’s easy to have unrealistic expectations when it comes to what your newborn’s sleep should look like.

What exactly is the difference between co-sleeping, bed-sharing and room-sharing? These terms are often used interchangeably, so today I'm defining each one.

Hey, Mama! Yasmin from Mindful Sleep here. I spent 13 years flying the friendly skies before becoming a sleep consultant! During that time I’ve picked up a few tips and tricks to help you keep sleep on track while away from home! Here are my TOP recommendations for you!

Hey, Mama! Yasmin from Mindful Sleep here. Does your little one lose it every time you leave the room? Do you classify your child as a stage5 clinger? (We definitely classify Kai as one!) If you answered ‘yes’ to either of those questions, then check out these tips below!

I can clearly remember, like most mothers I’m sure, the very moment I gave birth to my first child. I was absolutely buried in feelings of love and gratitude. And then, about ten to fifteen seconds later, I was equally buried in…